The 22 WSM is what I'm hoping to get by football season. I was going to just get a brinkman etc but figured I'd just buy now what I'd probably buy down the road anyway. I was going to do the 18 but I think the 22 will be more versatile.

The 22 WSM is what I'm hoping to get by football season. I was going to just get a brinkman etc but figured I'd just buy now what I'd probably buy down the road anyway. I was going to do the 18 but I think the 22 will be more versatile.

I smoked ribs on this thing yesterday and they turned out great. I just let the charcoal burn down until it was around 220 and then just kept throwing 8-10 pieces of charcoal on at a time, and when it got too hot I put on the soaked chips. It took a little babysitting but the ribs were bad ass. I can tell this is going to be my new hobby.

I am in the market for a cheaper smoker. Wonder what types the good fellows of CP would recommend for a beginner?

I see Brinkman makes the smoke n grill, and the barrel grill and smoker. Wondering if there are any other beginner models under $100 to take a look at?

I have the Brinkmann Barrel Smoker and I love it. I am a noob when it comes to smoking meats but I have done 3 boston butts, smoked a couple of salmon and used it for regular grilling. I really like it. I think its a great smoker for a beginner.

The Red Stone from Tractor Supply has vents for the same or less money. I've been very happy with mine, used it three times in the last month, no complaints. Too bad there's no store where you are. Maybe they'd ship one. UPS can't cost that much more.